End-of-Life University Ep. 520 Scattering CJ: A Mother’s Grief Shared by Many with Hallie Twomey
Learn about an uplifting documentary film about a mother’s grief project that became a world-wide movement.
Content Warning:
This episode includes a conversation about the suicide death of a loved one. Please listen with care and take steps to protect your emotional wellbeing. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. In the U.S., you can call or text the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 for free and confidential support, 24/7.
My guest Hallie Twomey is a grieving mother on a mission. Following the suicide death of her elder son CJ, Hallie set out to make something positive evolve from horrific tragedy. Her request for people to scatter CJ’s ashes across the world has now become a documentary film, Scattering CJ that is sparking conversations about mental health and removing the stigma associated with suicide. She discusses her own journey of complicated grief after such a tragic loss. Learn more about the film at the website:
This episode includes:
- The traumatic, complicated grief that follows a suicide death
- How the movement and the film Scattering CJ came about
- The miraculous response from people around the world to Hallie’s request
- Feedback Hallie continues to receive from people who participated in scattering CJ’s ashes
- Learning to live with questions that can never be answered
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